Raisin Black Color – #242124: Codes and Complete Breakdown
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Named for the wrinkled skin of a dried grape, Raisin Black (#242124) is a near-black with a quiet purple-magenta cast rather than a flat charcoal. Wikipedia lists it as a representation of the color of black raisins, and that fruit-skin warmth is exactly what separates it from pure black. Designers reach for it when black feels too harsh.

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Raisin Black Color Codes and Information
Here’s a complete breakdown of the color Raisin Black, including its HEX, RGB, HSL, and CMYK values, as well as other information about the color.
| Data Type | Values/Details |
|---|---|
| Hex | #242124 |
| RGB | rgb(36,33,36) |
| HSL | hsl(300,4.3%,13.5%) |
| CMYK | 0, 8, 0, 86 |
| HSV | 300, 8, 14 |
| RGB % | 14, 13, 14 |
| XYZ | 1.6, 1.6, 1.9 |
| LAB | 13.2, 2.2, -1.5 |
| Color Category | Dark |
| Color Family | Black |
| Saturation | 8% |
| Temperature | Warm |
| Contrast Ratio Againt White (#ffffff) | 15.93 (passes WCAG AA) |
| Contrast Ratio Againt Black (#000000) | 1.32 (fails WCAG AA) |
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